French Onion Gnocchi (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1½ tablespoons olive oil.
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2½ tablespoons salted butter.
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Kosher salt, to taste.
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Fresh black pepper, to taste.
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24 ounces store-bought gnocchi.
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2 pounds yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced.
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1½ tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped.
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6 cloves garlic, minced.
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½ cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc).
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2½ teaspoons dijon mustard.
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2½ tablespoons all-purpose flour.
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1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce.
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1 large bay leaf.
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2½ cups low sodium beef stock.
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1½ cups gruyere cheese, freshly grated.
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½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated.
# Instructions:
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Heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add onions, stir occasionally for 45-60 minutes until deeply caramelized. Add tiny bits of water if needed.
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After 40 minutes of cooking onions, start boiling salted water for gnocchi.
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Add thyme and garlic to onions. Cook 2 minutes.
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Add wine, cook 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.
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Stir in flour, cook 1-2 minutes. Add dijon and worcestershire.
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Add beef stock and bay leaf. Bring to boil, then simmer 6-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Cook gnocchi in boiling water until they float. Drain and add to sauce.
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Top with both cheeses. Broil 3-5 minutes until melted.
# Notes:
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This cozy dish combines pillowy gnocchi with classic French onion soup flavors. The key is properly caramelizing the onions for maximum flavor.